Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation, Growth and the Power of Partnership
On May 21 (At their Conway, AR location) and May 22 (at their Tulsa, OK location), Central Tube & Bar (CTB) celebrated a major milestone. From a single customer and bandsaw to the tube and bar powerhouse we know today – Happy 30th Anniversary to CTB!
This year marks an exciting milestone for our Pipe & Tube Business Group and our entire Olympic Steel family: Central Tube & Bar (CTB) is celebrating its 30th anniversary - three decades of innovation, customer partnership and continuous improvement.
Founded in 1996 with one customer and a single bandsaw, CTB has grown into a trusted, industry‑leading supplier serving major OEMs and fabricators across the heavy truck, bus, aerospace, hospitality, manufacturing and energy sectors. Today, CTB operates from three facilities across Arkansas and Oklahoma, delivering high‑quality tube and bar products and value‑added services on time, every time. Learn more on IamOlympicSteel.com or you can also visit the CTB website at https://centraltubeandbar.com/.
As an Olympic Steel company, CTB embodies the Core Values that define who we are: Integrity, Quality, Teamwork and Customer Satisfaction. Their commitment to doing things the right way has fueled their growth and strengthened our collective capabilities.
A Legacy of Innovation
Over the past 30 years, CTB has continually invested in advanced technology, including state‑of‑the‑art BLM tube lasers, CNC bending, sawing, welding and powder‑coating capabilities. These tools allow CTB to do more than process material. They help customers rethink how components are designed and manufactured.
By partnering closely with customers, CTB’s team identifies smarter, more efficient ways to produce parts, reduce costs and improve manufacturability. That spirit of collaboration is a hallmark of their success.
Made in the USA. Delivered with Pride
With strategically located facilities and a highly skilled team, CTB supports customers across the U.S. and Mexico. Their ability to source, process and assemble products across multiple locations ensures reliability, flexibility and speed - qualities that have earned them a reputation as a dependable partner.
One Olympic. One Team.
CTB’s 30‑year journey is a testament to what’s possible when talented people come together with a shared purpose. Their growth strengthens the entire Olympic Steel enterprise, expanding our reach, capabilities and opportunities for employees across the organization.
Please join in congratulating the entire Central Tube & Bar team on celebrating 30 years of excellence and the bright future ahead!
